I am running for office because Assembly District 59 is not just where I work, it is where I was raised, and it is the community I am committed to building my future in.

As a Brooklyn community leader, public policy advocate, and organizer, I have spent years working alongside residents, local organizations, and civic leaders to address the everyday challenges facing working families through an organization that I started called The Flossy to stop gun violence. I have seen firsthand the gaps in opportunity from housing instability and under-resourced schools to limited pathways for young people, and I know we can do better.

Raised in a working-class, union household, I was taught the value of service, fairness, and standing up for your community. That foundation has guided my work connecting young people to mentorship, education, and career opportunities, and advocating for policies that expand economic mobility and stability.

I am running because our community deserves leadership that is present, responsive, and rooted in the lived experiences of the people it serves. I want to strengthen our public schools, support small businesses, improve public safety, and ensure that working families have real opportunities to thrive and not just get by.

Government should not feel distant or disconnected. It should be a partner in helping families succeed. I am committed to working collaboratively with labor, educators, community leaders, and residents to deliver practical solutions that improve quality of life across AD 59.

This campaign is about building a stronger, more equitable future for the community that raised me, and making sure every resident has a voice in shaping what comes next.

What differentiates me from my opponent is both my approach to leadership and my connection to the district.

I am a community-rooted candidate who has been actively engaged with residents, organizations, and stakeholders across Assembly District 59. My work has focused on addressing the real, day-to-day challenges facing working families, from housing affordability and workforce development to youth opportunity and public safety. I bring both policy knowledge and on-the-ground experience, and I understand how to translate community needs into effective legislation. Assembly District 59 is full of working families who are not asking for rhetoric, they are asking for more: more housing they can afford, more access to quality education, more pathways to good-paying jobs, and more responsive government. 

I bring both community-grounded experience and policy capacity. I have worked directly with residents and local organizations, but I also understand how to move legislation, build coalitions, and deliver real outcomes in Albany. That combination is critical at a time when our district needs leadership that can both listen and execute

In contrast, my opponent has taken a more conservative and disconnected approach that does not fully reflect the priorities or evolving needs of the district. Many residents feel that there is a lack of engagement and responsiveness, and that leadership has not kept pace with the complexity of issues our community is facing. At a time when we need strong policy solutions and informed advocacy in Albany, it is critical to have a team and infrastructure that reflects both the diversity and the expertise required to deliver results.

My campaign is focused on building a coalition that truly represents AD 59 such as engaging voters, working families, union members, small business owners, and long-time residents who are ready for a more responsive and forward-looking leadership. This includes seeking union support, such as 1199 SEIU, who has already endorsed my campaign, deep community engagement that requires meeting voters where they are on their blocks, in their churches, at community events, and through trusted local networks. This is about rebuilding trust and ensuring people feel heard and represented. It is also about running a targeted door-to-door field campaign and leaving no neighborhood behind.

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I support expanding busways and advancing bus rapid transit as practical, cost-effective ways to improve transit service across New York City. Faster, more reliable buses are essential for working families who depend on transit every day.  At the same time, these expansions should be implemented thoughtfully, with community engagement and attention to local traffic patterns and small business needs. The goal is to move more people efficiently while ensuring neighborhoods remain accessible and vibrant.

I support expanding automated camera enforcement as a proven way to improve street safety and protect pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. Tools like red light, bus lane, and bike lane cameras help ensure that our streets function as intended and reduce dangerous behavior.  At the same time, expansion should be implemented with fairness and transparency, including clear signage, public education, and safeguards to ensure enforcement does not disproportionately impact communities.

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I do not support broadly increasing parking costs or eliminating free street parking in a way that would add to the affordability burden on working families. I believe curb space should be managed more effectively, but any changes must be balanced and targeted, not policies that make it harder or more expensive for residents to live and work in their communities. I am focused on solutions that improve access and reduce congestion without contributing to the affordability crisis.

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I believe local communities should have a voice in how projects are implemented. Any state action should balance the need to remove unnecessary barriers with ensuring responsible siting, transparency, and community input.

I support pursuing all viable pathways to achieve 100% zero-emission electricity, including maintaining existing nuclear capacity where it is safe and cost-effective. Preserving reliable, carbon-free energy sources is important for meeting climate goals while ensuring grid stability. At the same time, any expansion of nuclear energy must meet the highest standards for safety, cost accountability, and environmental responsibility.

One example of my work aligned with an abundance agenda is my focus on expanding youth opportunity through mentorship, education, and workforce pathways in AD 59. I worked with community partners to connect young people to programs that provide real access to skills development, career exposure, and economic mobility.

One of the key challenges was overcoming fragmentation; programs existed, but they were not always coordinated or accessible to the young people who needed them most. By bringing together local organizations, educators, and community stakeholders, we were able to better align resources and increase participation. The result was stronger engagement from young people and more direct pathways into education and employment opportunities. This work reflects my broader approach of not managing scarcity, but expanding access, coordination, and opportunity so more residents can benefit and thrive.

My top three Legislative Priorities are:

1. Housing Supply & Homeownership Affordability

I will advance policies that increase housing supply while protecting existing homeowners from rising costs. This includes streamlining development, supporting mixed-income housing, and pursuing property tax reforms that reduce the burden on working families and long-time residents.

2. Public Safety & Community Stability

I will focus on a comprehensive approach to public safety — addressing gun violence, strengthening community-based prevention, improving quality of life, and advancing climate resilience strategies that protect neighborhoods from environmental risks.

3. Education, Quality of Life, and Workforce Pathways

I will work to strengthen public education by ensuring schools are well-resourced and aligned with real-world opportunities. This includes expanding career and technical education, strengthening partnerships between schools and employers, and creating clear pathways from the classroom to college and careers. Expanding economic opportunities will assist with affordability.